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" People who know me know that I don't talk about the play-offs. It's not an issue for me at all. "
Granit Xhaka
People
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" You can't afford to rest on your laurels at all, or you'll instantly be on the bench. "
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" I have a good relationship with the Albanian fans. But when you are called a traitor - that is such a harsh word. Most of the Albanian fans respect me. But 'traitor' is unacceptable considering the background of my family. "
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" In Germany, you can play aggressively, but the referee will always blow his whistle, but in England, that's not the case. That's better for me. "
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Always
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" Arsenal is Arsenal. It's not a small club; it's a very big club, and it's like a family. It's very good for me because I love my family, and to have another family here is very good. "
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" I play with a lot of emotion because I'm a passionate guy, and I play with that passion. I love playing that way. Sometimes you're late onto the ball, sometimes you're not. Sometimes you make contact with the guy when you tackle him, sometimes not. It's a sport where individual duels are vital, so I don't see it as a problem. "
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Think
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